The Master of Konoha's Legacy

A hint of disdain flashed in Uchiha Tonan's eyes beneath the bandages.

People who are addicted to power for a long time will become hesitant and cautious in their actions.

Uchiha Tonan naturally knew Danzo's frustration at this moment.

His private dealings with Uchiha Tonan couldn't be discussed openly.

Naturally, no one would stand up for him.

But just because he can't say it doesn't mean Uchiha Tonan can't say it.

Uchiha Tonan's expression turned slightly serious, and he said softly:

"Actually, when you came to me that day, Lord Danzo, I wasn't making a deal with you."

"But I was secretly testing you, wanting to see if you were suited to be Hokage."

At this point, Uchiha Tonan's tone gradually became more forceful and resolute.

"In my mind, the Hokage should be impartial and fair in all his actions."

But you, in order to become Hokage, used power to tempt me.

Such despicable methods are hardly worthy of the position of Hokage.

Do you really think I, Uchiha Tonan, am a petty person who covets power?

Uchiha Tonan patted his chest heavily, his expression excited, and said:

"I'd give up my life for Konoha."

When the Third Raikage slaughtered his Konoha comrades.

I knew that using forbidden techniques would cause me to go blind and be crippled, but I didn't even flinch at the time.

I, Uchiha Tonan, would rather not have power.

Despite our close relationship, Minato-sensei never mentioned his intention to run for Hokage in front of me.

This is the true Hokage in my heart, the Hokage who can lead Konoha to strength and glory.

If I chose you today because of mere power or influence...

How can I possibly face the spirits of those fallen heroes on the memorial tablet?

I reiterate that I, Uchiha Tonan, support Minato Namikaze becoming the Fourth Hokage.

This was done without any personal feelings, entirely because Minato Namikaze had no selfish motives.

Everything I've done is for Konoha.

Lord Danzo.

Today I'll tell you everything clearly.

You've mistaken me for someone else.

Uchiha Tonan's last few words were truly earth-shattering.

Even Danzo was stunned by Uchiha Tonan's impassioned speech.

Minato Namikaze, standing to the side, looked at Tonan Uchiha with excitement in his eyes.

The scene of my first meeting with Uchiha Tonan flashed through my mind.

"I want to gain more recognition from others."

Thinking of this, Minato Namikaze smiled with satisfaction and murmured:

"Have you always held onto your ideals, Tu Nan...?"

At this moment, Naraku, who was at the head of the table, seemed unusually excited after hearing Uchiha Tonan's words.

He forcefully slammed the closed folding fan into his palm and exclaimed in admiration:

"Well said, little hero Tu Nan has a very high level of awareness."

I never imagined Danzo had been up to so many dirty tricks behind the scenes.

You are definitely not worthy of the position of Hokage.

I think Minato Namikaze is suitable to be the Fourth Hokage.

After saying that, Naraku himself raised his hand.

The next moment, the Konoha high-ranking officials in the arena raised their hands one after another and said:

"I support Minato Namikaze becoming the Fourth Hokage."

"I support Minato Namikaze."

"I support Minato Namikaze."

"I support Minato Namikaze."

........

Before long, only the supporters of Danzo's faction remained silently seated without raising their hands.

Uchiha Tonan silently tapped the armrest with his index finger.

Kabuto Hatake immediately understood, and once again stood on tiptoe, staring intently at each of those who hadn't raised their hands.

This action is practically telling those people in a blatant way.

If you continue to disagree, then you'll be in for a reckoning.

Under duress, Danzo's supporters had no choice but to raise their hands for the sake of their family's descendants.

"I support Minato Namikaze."

"I support Minato Namikaze."

"I support Minato Namikaze."

.......

Naraku stood up, a warm smile on his face, and announced loudly, "Unanimously approved."

"Hmph, you'll regret this."

Danzo whispered these words to Uchiha Tonan before turning and leaving the meeting room.

Hiruzen Sarutobi looked at Uchiha Tonan in his wheelchair with a complex expression.

It seems he truly values ​​Konoha.

Ultimately, our conflict boils down to personal grudges.

He has always been thinking of Konoha's best interests.

On the contrary, it seems that I, as the Hokage, have forgotten my original aspirations.

They have always been pursuing profits and satisfying their own selfish desires.

Forget it, let's put the hatred aside for now.

Perhaps I should reflect on myself.

Hiruzen Sarutobi sighed deeply, then stood up and announced in a deep voice:

"Ahem, the Hokage handover ceremony will be held next month."

Next, we will begin allocating vacant positions in Konoha according to battle merits.

.........

[Chapter 322. Excluding Sarutobi and Reorganizing Internal Affairs]

Two months later.

The new year is approaching.

Many significant events have occurred in Konoha over the past two months.

First, Konoha held a grand Hokage succession ceremony.

The Third Hokage officially stepped down, and Minato Namikaze succeeded him as the Fourth Hokage.

As the saying goes, a new emperor brings a new court.

The leadership of Konoha has been almost completely replaced.

The two original Hokage advisors, Koharu Utatane and Homura Mitokado, have both been dismissed.

Some of the departments they originally controlled were given to other people with outstanding military achievements, while the rest were put under the control of Shuimen.

After all, Uchiha Tonan is currently the only Hokage advisor.

They forcefully took control of the Anbu, which originally belonged to the Hokage.

These departments can be seen as a form of compensation for the Watergate scandal.

Shortly afterward, Minato Namikaze and Kushina held their wedding and officially became husband and wife.

Uchiha Tonan also kept his promise and accepted Uchiha Itachi as his disciple.

It is worth mentioning that when Uchiha Tonan held the apprenticeship ceremony, he keenly sensed that Uchiha Mikoto was already pregnant.

She's just not showing yet.

Uchiha Tonan spent two months gaining complete control over the four major departments and the Anbu.

Uchiha Tonan used various methods, both overt and covert, to expose all the spies and troublemakers, both inside and outside the organization.

The remaining time was dedicated to planning the Nine-Tailed Fox's rampage, which would take place approximately ten months from now.

Before Naruto and Sasuke were born, Uchiha Tonan would not allow any turmoil to occur in Konoha.

At this moment, inside the Hokage Building.

Wearing a divine robe, Minato Namikaze sat in the Hokage's usual spot, intently looking at the list on the table.

Hiruzen Sarutobi sat to the side, smoking incessantly, quietly watching Minato Namikaze handle state affairs.

He would occasionally glance at Uchiha Tonan, who remained silent in his wheelchair, out of the corner of his eye.

Hiruzen Sarutobi's original plan was for Minato Namikaze to succeed him as Hokage.